13. And/Or Will We See A 7 Ft. Boys High Jumper?
(Boys High Jump)
Kyle Garland (PA) is not only the best hurdler in the country right now, he is also the top returning high jumper with his 7-2 best. He will be taking on that personal best in an attempt to not only go over 7' but ultimately over 7-2 as well.
His toughest competition will be VA's Trey Causey who has already gone 6-10 this indoor season.
14. Will Cole Beck Be In Top Form & Ready For A Stacked 55?
(Boys 55)
Speaking of fast runners, this race could very well be the fastest of them all. You have outdoor national runner-up. Cole Beck and then 5A superstars Donovan Louis and Bryan Ahouman all seeded in the low 6.30's. That means it will definitely take a sub 6.30 to win this one.
The current US #1 is 6.34 so expect at least three guys under that mark.
15. Three Sub 45 (4x100) Relay Teams Highlight Girls 4x200 Competition
(Girls 4x200)
Though they are not American, St. Jago and Hydel both enter this indoor season after running 44.53 and 44.56 outdoors last year in the 4x100. Those times would rank US #2 and US #3 all-time just off of the 44.50 national record.
Bullis also ran a fast 44.88 last outdoor season.
That means entering the competition this year we have three teams under 45 seconds entered into the 4x200m relay. Now indoor track is very different but when you have that much raw speed you can almost guarantee a quick time.
Western Branch and Pickerington Central are also looking for a quick time here with Western Branch looking to defend their title. Finally we will also have Team War entered who were the indoor national champions last indoors.
16. State Records Will Certainly Fall But How Far Will It Take To Win?
(Girls Shot Put)
We got a little preview last week at the Nike Throw Down but the main event is going to be the VA Showcase when Alexis Clark, Veronica Fraley, and Kayla Beasley all attempt to win the shot put competition this January. They all have thrown 44' and further already this season meaning it could take a 46 or better for the gold.
17. Back-to-Back Champion & Facility Records?
(Boys Pole Vault)
Austin Goolsby came to put on a show last year and that is exactly what he did. He went on to clear 15-8 to set the facility record for the win. This year he returns having cleared a personal best of 16-2. He will likely be joined by fellow 15'+ vaulters making for one of the best vault competitions our state has ever seen.